Alfred Nobel, the inventor of dynamite, was shocked to read his own obituary branding him the "merchant of death."

While the story might not be entirely true, it pushed him to reconsider his legacy.

His fortune went on to establish the Nobel Prizes, honouring achievements in physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, and peace, ensuring his name is remembered for contributions to humanity.

• Overview of the Nobel Prize
• Alfred Nobel's mistaken obituary
• Nobel's early life and education
• Invention of dynamite and its impacts
• Nobel's relationship with Bertha von Suttner
• Creation of the Nobel Prize in his will
• Outcomes and controversies of the Nobel Prize
• Notable Nobel laureates
• Controversial Nobel Peace Prize awards
• Legacy of Alfred Nobel

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In part one of a three-part mini-series on the theme of citizenship and identity, we'll ask ourselves, "What makes someone Italian?"

We'll explore the topic of citizenship and identity in Italy, and see what the current laws tell us about what it means to be (or not to be) Italian.

• Definitions of jus soli and jus sanguinis
• Italy's citizenship rules and marriage eligibility
• Referendum on easing Italy's citizenship rules
• Italy's low birth rate and demographic challenges
• Immigration's influence on Italy's citizenship debates
• Opposition arguments against easing citizenship rules
• Result of Italy’s citizenship referendum
• Comparison with Germany and France's citizenship laws
• Discussion on Italian citizenship by ancestry
• Debate on the meaning of citizenship in Italy

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Hannibal of Carthage, one of history's greatest military strategists, almost brought the Roman Republic to its knees.

As a boy, he swore eternal enmity against Rome, leading him to cross the Alps with his diverse army and elephants, stunning the Romans.

Despite his victories, he never managed to capture Rome, but his legacy of brilliance and determination remains.

• Hannibal's vow to hate Rome forever
• Hannibal's upbringing and education in military tactics
• The First Punic War and Carthage's defeat
• Hannibal's march across the Alps into Italy
• Hannibal's diverse and strategic army composition
• Key victories at the Trebia, Lake Trasimene, and Cannae
• Rome's Fabian Strategy to counter Hannibal
• Hannibal's defeat at the Battle of Zama
• Hannibal's later life and exile
• Hannibal's enduring legacy and impact on military strategy

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